1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 929 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
